Sales Director

Overview

Willis Aeronautical Services Inc. is seeking a dynamic and experienced Sales Director to drive revenue growth and expand market share in the Used Serviceable Material (USM) aviation aftermarket sector. This individual will be directly responsible for generating sales and building key customer relationships. The Sales Director will play a critical role in managing pipeline and backlog. Strong collaboration with peers in Sales, as well as other departments such as Operations, Repair Management, and Engine Product Line, is essential to ensure seamless execution of sales strategies and customer commitments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and use Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure performance.
• Participate in regular team meetings, performance reviews, and provide coaching to support professional growth.
• Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities with airlines, MROs, engine lessors, and asset managers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including airlines, MROs, lessors, and OEMs.
• Lead sales presentations and negotiations for complex USM contracts (exchanges, consignments, direct sales).
• Personally generate sales and contribute to overall revenue growth.
• Oversee and manage the sales pipeline and backlog, ensuring timely follow-up and conversion of opportunities.
• Ensure customer RFQs are answered quickly and accurately.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure material availability and delivery commitments.

Sales Planning & Strategy

Cross Functional Collaboration

Qualifications / Requirements

Travel / Misc.

Here at Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC), we are dedicated to fair hiring practices and diversity in the workplace. We are committed to a workplace environment that encourages growth and respect for all current and prospective employees based upon job-related factors such as their educational background, work experience, and ability to perform the essential functions of a particular job. It is the policy and practice of WLFC to prohibit any form of discrimination or harassment based on race, color, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other status protected under applicable Federal, state or local law.

WLFC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application processes. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at joinus@willislease.com.

WLFC also offers a comprehensive benefit package to its eligible employees. This includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), Roth 401(k), HSA in conjunction with a high deductible plan, life insurance, supplemental insurance, travel accident insurance, employee assistance program, short & long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, employee education reimbursement plan, matching gift program, health and wellness plan, and paid time off.

To Executive Search Firms & Staffing Agencies : Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC) does not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered WLFC property, and WLFC will not be obligated to a referral fee. This includes resumes submitted directly to any WLFC employee, including Hiring Managers, without contacting WLFC Human Resources Talent Acquisition Department.

Seniority level : Director

Employment type : Full-time

Job function : Airlines and Aviation

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